Emirates vs Flydubai
Side-by-side comparison of Emirates and Flydubai: cabin and checked baggage allowances, fees, online check-in deadlines, alliances, hubs and contacts.
United Arab Emirates
| Emirates | Flydubai | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United Arab Emirates | United Arab Emirates |
| Founded | 1985 | 2008 |
| Type | Full-service airline | Low-cost carrier |
| Main hubs | Dubai International Airport | Dubai International Airport |
| Aircraft types | 2 | 1 |
| Cabin bag weight | 7 kg (15 lb) | 7 kg (15 lb) |
| Cabin bag size | 55 × 38 × 20 cm (22 × 15 × 8 in) | 55 × 38 × 20 cm (22 × 15 × 8 in) |
| Checked bag (Economy) | 20 kg (44 lb) | not included |
| Extra bag fee | from 30 USD / kg | - |
| Online check-in opens | 2 days | 2 days |
| Online check-in closes | 1 h 30 min | 1 h 15 min |
| Airport check-in fee | free | free |
| Customer service phone | +971 4 708 1111 | +971 600 54 44 45 |
Key differences
- Flydubai lets you check in online closer to departure (1 h 15 min vs 1 h 30 min).
- Flydubai is a low-cost carrier: expect a cheaper base fare with bags, seats and airport check-in sold separately, while Emirates bundles more into the ticket.
Other comparisons
Allowances shown are for the basic Economy fare on most routes. Fees are the lowest published prices and change often - confirm on the official websites before booking.